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French Riviera & Mediterranean towns

Plan a coastal trip from Menton and Nice to Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Cassis. Open a city guide for local transport, events, places to stay, food and culture.

Nice seafront and the Promenade des Anglais
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Five places to start

Choose a city or coastal base.

The eastern towns connect along the coast by rail; Saint-Tropez and Cassis need a planned last-mile connection. Each guide includes its own access details.

Nice seafront and the Promenade des Anglais
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Coast · Cities

Nice

A Mediterranean city of promenades, old-town lanes, markets and art museums.

Getting there
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is close to the city; the coastal railway connects Nice with Cannes, Antibes and Menton.

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Old harbour in Cannes
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Coast · Cities

Cannes

A seafront city with a historic quarter, island visits and an internationally known film festival.

Getting there
Cannes station is on the coastal rail line. Nice Airport is the main listed arrival gateway; check the dated train or road connection.

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Menton’s old town above the marina
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Coast · Cities

Menton

A colourful border town known for its gardens, citrus-growing heritage and Mediterranean old town.

Getting there
Coastal trains stop at Menton. Nice Airport is the nearest major airport in this directory; allow for the journey along the coast.

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Harbour and old town of Saint-Tropez
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Coast · Cities

Saint-Tropez

A Provençal port town with a citadel, beaches, galleries and a long artistic and film history.

Getting there
Use Saint-Raphaël–Valescure by rail, then arrange a bus, boat or road transfer. Nice and Marseille airports are alternatives; summer road traffic can be slow.

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The harbour at Cassis with Cap Canaille in the distance
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Coast · Cities · Countryside

Cassis

A Mediterranean harbour beneath Cap Canaille, with the Calanques, a historic village and a small coastal wine appellation.

Getting there
Cassis station is outside the town centre; use the local bus or a taxi for the last leg. Marseille Provence is the closest major airport in this selection. Check dated rail, bus and road options before travelling.

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